Just a general query on my multi point lock. In the attached photo what is the purpose of the blue plastic cover strip below the latch? It is a loose fit but I can't easily pull it off and I don't want to break it if it is important. It has the name Westward cast into the plastic which is the manufacturer I guess. I want to investigate a problem with the handle drooping, indicating the internal spring is gone. There is no spring in the backplate on this fitting. I will also change the euro lock to one that is not protruding from the back plates.
